High Protein Cowboy Beans

A lighter version of cowboy beans with reduced-fat bacon, less sugar and no ketchup. High in protein and fiber. Serve with eggs and crusty bread for a high-protein breakfast with over 30 grams of protein per serving.

Course Breakfast, Sides

Cuisine American

Keyword healthy cowboy beans, high protein breakfast, high protein cowboy beans, lighter cowboy beans, protein breakfast beans

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings as breakfast

Calories 354kcal

Author Alida Ryder

Ingredients

1 onion finely chopped
7 oz (200g) reduced fat bacon finely chopped
2 garlic cloves crushed
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
28 oz (800g) Cannelini beans drained
2 cups tomato passata/puree
3/4 cup water/beef stock
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
2-3 tbsp soft brown sugar
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large pan/skillet, fry the onion and bacon until golden brown and fragrant.
Add the garlic and smoked paprika and fry for another 30 seconds then add the drained beans.
Pour in the remaining ingredients.
Lower the heat and allow to simmer gently for 30 minutes, topping up with beef stock/water as needed to ensure the beans don't dry out and burn.
When the sauce is thick and deep red, season to taste then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 730mg